ICT Design Engineer - Data Center
B-Global Tech Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Engineering Services · 51-200 employees
About the role
The ICT Design Engineer will develop technical specifications, design drawings, and ICT infrastructure solutions for large-scale data center projects. They will also coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, manage vendor proposals, and provide technical support during construction and commissioning phases.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and possess 5-7 years of experience in ICT infrastructure design. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and knowledge of industry standards like TIA-942 and BICSI are essential for this role.
Benefits
Full description
Misión
We are seeking a skilled ICT Infrastructure Design Engineer to contribute to multidisciplinary infrastructure projects across the globe. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in the planning, design, and engineering of ICT and field communication infrastructure, with a strong focus on delivering innovative, cost-effective, and regulatory-compliant solutions.
This role requires hands-on design experience in ICT civil infrastructure and site-wide connectivity solutions, as well as a deep understanding of fibre distribution, security infrastructure, and ICT capacity planning for large-scale projects.
What will be your responsibilities?
- Develop ICT engineering calculations, design drawings, and technical specifications using software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or similar tools.
- Participate in the development of active and passive ICT networks, OSP, fibre backbones, and site-wide connectivity solutions.
- Integrate ICT systems with MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) and architectural layouts.
- Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ), cost estimates, and tender documentation for ICT-related scopes.
- Prepare comprehensive design documentation and schematics, including Concept, Detailed Design, and Tender documents.
- Prepare technical documentation and liaise with local authorities to ensure regulatory compliance and obtain the necessary approvals.
- Ensure ICT designs comply with Tier standards (Uptime Institute/TIA-942), BICSI, ISO/IEC, IEEE, and local codes.
- Review vendor proposals, shop drawings, and product submissions for compliance with project requirements.
- Engage with clients, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams to gather requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
- Provide technical support during construction, installation, testing, and commissioning phases.
- Perform site inspections to verify the proper installation of ICT infrastructure in line with approved designs.
- Coordinate with civil infrastructure, landscape, and utilities teams on civil works related to ICT containment, poles, and ducting for ICT and security systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electrical, mechanical, security, AV, and operations) to ensure seamless system integration.
- Stay updated on emerging ICT technologies for data centres and recommend solutions that enhance efficiency, scalability, and resilience.
This is the profile we are looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications, ICT Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 5-7 years of experience in ICT infrastructure design and critical infrastructure engineering.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM for ICT design documentation.
- Deep understanding of infrastructure design and ICT capacity planning for large-scale projects.
- In-depth knowledge of structured cabling, data centre networking, and ICT physical infrastructure.
- Expertise in ICT infrastructure for mission-critical facilities.
- Extensive knowledge of local telecommunications, ICT, and security codes and regulations.
- Familiarity with Uptime Institute Tier Certification and TIA-942 standards.
- Understanding of the coordination of ICT systems with MEP systems in data centre environments.
- Engineering design consultancy experience is highly preferred.
- BICSI RCDD certification or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
- Strong design documentation and technical writing skills, with proficiency in English.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-disciplinary engineering teams.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver results within deadlines.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality designs aligned with reliability and availability requirements.
Our benefits
1. Hybrid working arrangement – 2 days in the office, with the remaining 3 days working from home 2. Company-provided laptop and accessories 3. Medical & Outpatient benefits 4. Hospitalization insurance 5. Annual leave – starting from 18 days per year 6. Performance-based annual bonus (based on KPIs) 7. Annual salary increment 8. Training and development opportunities to support your career growth About us
B-Global Tech offers engineering, architecture and consulting services for data centers, telecommunications and IT infrastructures, with an emphasis on innovation and application of cutting-edge technologies, as well as the implementation of new strategies for sustainable construction.
Our main objective is to bring value to our clients, offering a comprehensive approach to architecture and engineering, combining international experience, local understanding and specialized knowledge.
With more than 20 years of experience and international presence, the trust our clients have placed in B-Global Tech has made us a reference in the design and implementation of data centers.
We have offices in Spain, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Japan, and we have a multidisciplinary team of more than 130 engineers and architects.
